Engineering Team Lead - Electrical Construction

Salary: $135,500 - $177,800 / year

Type: Full-Time

Locations: Multiple U.S. Office / Project Locations

About the Role

The Engineering Team Lead provides technical engineering oversight, project management, and team leadership for assigned electrical construction projects. This position manages project finances, resource allocation, and design quality while mentoring engineering staff and serving as Engineer of Record.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management: Supervise assigned engineers, designers, and modeling staff. Manage work plans, resource allocation, fee estimates, and staff development.
Engineering & Technical Oversight: Serve as Engineer of Record. Oversee electrical system studies (Short Circuit, Arc Flash, Overcurrent Protection, Underground Thermal Calculations), load calculations, distribution design, and value engineering.
Project Coordination: Work directly with Project Managers and clients on deliverables, design-build meetings, and change orders. Supervise coordination with local municipal and regulatory officials.
Site & Field Support: Perform site visits to review installations, assess existing conditions, and support testing and commissioning activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Sciences, plus 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Licensure: Active U.S. Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. Field experience is strongly recommended.
Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of electrical construction, building/local codes, utility coordination, and design calculations (HV/MV distribution, lighting, power controls). Fluent with MS Office and enterprise systems (e.g., ERP).
Core Competencies: Strong team leadership, project fee development, complex problem-solving, and cross-functional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Work Environment & Travel

Travel: Up to 25% (excluding local field visits).
Conditions: Primary office setting with periodic job-site visits (noise levels vary). Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Benefits & Perks

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401(k)
Annual performance and profitability bonus
17 PTO days + 10 paid holidays
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans & Corporate Charitable Match
Equal Opportunity Employer / ADA Compliant

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